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  1. Math

    Checking It Twice

    Election officials have had no practical way to guarantee a correct ballot count—until now.

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  2. Math

    Small Infinity, Big Infinity

    A mathematician develops a new proof showing that infinity comes in different sizes.

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  3. Math

    The Power of Being Influenced

    Network theory shows that the best way to spread ideas is to focus on people who are influenced rather than the influential.

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  4. Math

    Questionable Numbers for a Questionable Remedy

    Echinacea might be useful as a cold remedy or preventative, but science hasn't shown it yet.

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  5. Math

    Flying without Fractals

    A new study raises doubts about fractal patterns in animal behavior.